Vulcan S [2020-2021] Key Highlights | |
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Engine Capacity | 649 cc |
Transmission | 6 Speed Manual |
Kerb Weight | 235 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 litres |
Seat Height | 705 mm |
Max Power | 59.94 bhp |
The Vulcan S is Kawasaki’s middleweight cruiser offering in the Indian market. The bike sports a modern cruiser design language sporting a muscular styling with a low-slung profile, a laidback riding position, blacked out components and a short exhaust. It also gets a dual-tone, teardrop shaped fuel-tank and inverted triangle headlamp to set it apart. The instrument cluster is similar to the previous generation Ninja 650, and comprises of an analogue tachometer and a digital display.
In the BS6 avatar, the Kawasaki Vulcan S continues to be powered by a liquid-cooled, 650cc parallel-twin engine that produces 59.1bhp at 7,500rpm and 62.4Nm of torque at 6,600rpm. It is mated to a six-speed gearbox that transfers power to the rear wheel via a chain drive. It rides on an 18-inch front alloy wheel with telescopic forks and a 17-inch rear alloy wheel with an offset monoshock. Braking power comes from a single 300mm disc up front and a 250mm disc at the rear with ABS offered as standard.
The Vulcan S tips the scale at 235kg (kerb) and has a fuel tank capacity of 14 litres. Kawasaki offers the bike with ‘Ergo-Fit’; a three-level adjustment for the seat, handlebar and foot pegs, making it suitable for riders of different heights.
Besides the changes in its engine, the BS6 update has brought along a new Metallic Flat Raw Graystone colour option for the Kawasaki Vulcan S. As for its competition, the motorcycle locks horns with the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 and Harley-Davidson Street 750 in India.
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Owner of 1st Vulcan 2021 in South India
2 years ago
Malay
I booked my Pegasus (yeah, that winged horse in Norse mythology) in early September 2020 after getting few test rides on bs4 Vulcan s. Got it delivered on 8th October by ride venture Kawasaki, Bengaluru. It was an utter smooth experience. Jameel ensured that bike is all set and ready to go on 8th. Few accessories which I asked for were already fixed. Windshield from puig was added when I reached there it needed few alterations in the front number plate bar. After the cake cutting and some formalities, I took the bike off. Oh! what a feeling that was. The bike jumps on a flick of throttle. Had to control the urge to twist my wrist. (pun intended :d). 1st stop was petrol bunk as the bike was in reserve. One should have looked at the people drooling. Metallic gray paint with dash of red colored suspension and rim stickers and few stripes. This bike is all you need to turn some heads and hear some wows. After around 7 months of riding it in and around Bengaluru, here is what my experience with my Peggy:Pros1. Awesome looks. 2. Refined engine but still gets some vibration around 4-5k rpm3. Great acceleration given the 250 kg weight. As a pillion, you really need to hold the rider hard. Holding the handle bars will do no good.4. The bike feels very light in terms of handling despite its weight. Not meant to do zig zag in traffic but has decent maneuverability to get you past stuck cars. 5. Turning the bike is a bliss with the low seat height. (I am 5'6")6. Abs works like charm. Breaking is decent enough to stop bike from 70 km/h to 0 in less than 20 meters in dry conditions7. 1st gear itself, it can go beyond 70 km/h at around 9k rpm. You won't need 4,5,& 6th gear in city.Cons1. Overall mileage is around 15kmpl. Much less than claimed 22kmpl. It might be due to my riding style. I prefer lower gears in city for quick acceleration.2. Ground clearance sucks big time. Be ready to skip few heart beats when the catalytic converter scrapes the bumpers. Also, be cautious at any inclination. My apartment entrance is 30-45° incline. Any speed above 10kmph will scrape the exhaust at the end of incline/start of decline3. Accessories are very expensive. Be it OEM Kawasaki branded or anything from h & b, etc. I have added additional accessories worth 1.5 lakh till now. But hey, no regrets. Must have - windshield, backrest, crash/leg guard, radiator guard4. You can never be at ease on Indian roads. Apart from jaywalkers and stray animals, you will also have to plan way ahead for upcoming bumps. Any speed more than 10 km/h and your heart will die a little.
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Owned for
6 months-1 yr
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< 5000 kms
Got mileage of
15 kmpl
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